Prealbumin (Transthyretin), Human Plasma

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MW: 55,000 Da
Extinction Coefficient: 1.35

Lyophilized from 50 mM Na phosphate, pH 7.5, with 150 mM NaCl

Serum protein found in plasma at 30 mg per 100 ml. Functions in the transport of thyroxine, vitamin A, and retinol-binding protein. Clinically, prealbumin is a sensitive indicator of impaired liver function; low levels are found in viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, malnutrition, inflammation, and surgical trauma.

Storage: <= -20°C

Purity: >=95% by SDS-PAGE

Synonym: Thyroxine binding prealbumin, Transthyretin

Prepared from plasma shown to be non reactive for HBsAg, anti-HCV, anti-HBc, and negative for anti-HIV 1 & 2 by FDA-required tests.

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